Bye Bye (Annalisa song)
Bye Bye is a song by Italian singer Annalisa, released in 2018 as the lead single from her seventh studio album of the same name. The song was written by Annalisa, Davide Simonetta and Paolo Antonacci, and produced by Michele Canova.
The song represented a stylistic shift for Annalisa, moving away from her more traditionally pop-oriented sound and incorporating elements of electronic and dance music. "Bye Bye" explores themes of self-empowerment, moving on from a past relationship, and embracing independence. Lyrically, it depicts the narrator saying goodbye to a former lover and asserting their own strength and self-reliance.
"Bye Bye" was a commercial success in Italy, reaching the top ten on the Italian singles chart and achieving platinum certification. The song's music video, directed by Giacomo Triglia, features Annalisa performing the song in a variety of stylized settings, further emphasizing the themes of independence and liberation present in the lyrics. The song was also performed live by Annalisa at numerous events and concerts following its release. "Bye Bye" is considered a significant song in Annalisa's discography due to its commercial success and its role in showcasing a new artistic direction for the singer.